Honey-Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Ingredients:

For the Brussels Sprouts:
– 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon honey
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Bacon:
– 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

For the Glaze:
– ¼ cup maple syrup
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
– ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
– Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Prepare Brussels Sprouts:
– In a large bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer.

3. Cook Bacon:
– Place the cut bacon pieces on a separate baking sheet, spreading them out evenly.

4. Roast:
– Roast the Brussels sprouts and bacon in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are tender and caramelized, and the bacon is crispy.

5. Make the Glaze:
– In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using).

6. Combine and Serve:
– Once the Brussels sprouts and bacon are done roasting, toss them together with the glaze in a large bowl. Serve immediately.